{"product_id":"1989-1990-fender-japan-st-500vm-stratocaster-copper-metallic-22-fret-mij-fujigen","title":"1989-1990 Fender Japan ST-500VM Stratocaster Copper Metallic 22-Fret MIJ Fujigen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverty Used Guitars Japan — every instrument inspected, set up, and played before listing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1989-1990 Fender Japan ST-500VM \"22-Fret\" Stratocaster - MIJ, Fujigen Era\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered here is a Fender Japan ST-500VM, a spot-production Stratocaster from the Fujigen manufacturing period. The ST-500V \/ ST-500VM series is seldom seen on the market: it pairs a vintage-style platform with a 22-fret neck, an unusual specification for a Fender Japan Stratocaster of this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe J-prefix serial (J039016) places production in 1989-1990, and the model designation \"ST-500VM\" is stamped at the neck end, confirming the model. The neck features an overhanging 22nd fret and a truss rod adjustment at the headstock end, while the three single coils use staggered pole pieces for a natural, vintage-leaning voice. The maple fingerboard contributes the fast attack and clear projection that define the classic Stratocaster sound - good note separation when clean, and a balanced, easy-to-control response when driven. The headstock carries the \"ORIGINAL Contour Body\" decal typical of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e== SPECIFICATIONS ==\u003cbr\u003e- Model: ST-500VM\u003cbr\u003e- Year: 1989-1990 (J-serial, Fender Japan)\u003cbr\u003e- Serial Number: J039016\u003cbr\u003e- Country of Origin: Japan\u003cbr\u003e- Factory: Fujigen\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Copper Metallic\u003cbr\u003e- Body: Alder\u003cbr\u003e- Neck: Maple, bolt-on\u003cbr\u003e- Fingerboard: Maple, 22 frets (overhanging fret end)\u003cbr\u003e- Scale: 25.5\"\u003cbr\u003e- Pickups: Three single coils (staggered pole pieces)\u003cbr\u003e- Controls: Master Volume, Tone x2\u003cbr\u003e- Switch: 5-way selector\u003cbr\u003e- Bridge: Vintage-style synchronized tremolo with Fender-stamped saddles\u003cbr\u003e- Tuners: GOTOH\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 3.55 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e== CONDITION ==\u003cbr\u003eOverall: Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Body: Scratches present, consistent with age and use\u003cbr\u003e- Neck: Straight\u003cbr\u003e- Frets: Approximately 60-70% remaining. Some divots are present, with no catching and no dead spots\u003cbr\u003e- Hardware: Tarnish on metal parts (vintage patina)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll electronics function correctly and the guitar plays as intended. Please review all photos carefully for the exact cosmetic condition. All photos are of the actual guitar for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e== INCLUDED ==\u003cbr\u003e- Tremolo arm\u003cbr\u003e- Soft case (generic)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e== WHY THIS GUITAR ==\u003cbr\u003eThe ST-500VM sits above the standard catalogue Stratocasters of its day, with an alder body, a one-piece maple neck and a 22-fret layout that is genuinely hard to find on a Fender Japan Strat. Built at Fujigen during a period widely regarded as a high point for Japanese Fender production, it offers honest playwear, a straight neck and a fully working vintage-voiced circuit - a player's piece with real Japan-vintage collector appeal, in a metallic finish that rarely turns up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease feel free to message with any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSETUP \u0026amp; INSPECTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCleaned, set up, and inspected by our luthier before shipping:\u003cbr\u003e- Neck relief and action adjusted\u003cbr\u003e- Frets and fingerboard cleaned\u003cbr\u003e- Intonation set\u003cbr\u003e- Tuners and electronics checked\u003cbr\u003eYour instrument arrives ready to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING FROM JAPAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Shipped worldwide from Japan with full tracking and insurance\u003cbr\u003e- Carefully packed with protective wrapping, strings detuned to relieve neck tension in transit\u003cbr\u003e- Processed and shipped within 2-4 business days\u003cbr\u003ePlease message us with any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reverty Used Guitars Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50070081470706,"sku":"FEN_STRATOCASTER_0907","price":153500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/3113\/3426\/files\/01_9f5ac674-9178-40bf-a27c-e2f4ffc0acd1.jpg?v=1789192403","url":"https:\/\/revertyjapan.com\/products\/1989-1990-fender-japan-st-500vm-stratocaster-copper-metallic-22-fret-mij-fujigen","provider":"Reverty Used Guitars Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}